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2nd Annual Rail River Trip Saturday July 11th 2015

 

Rail, River, Hudson II

posted Jun 3, 2015

 

Last summer's Rail, River, Hudson trip was such a good time, we thought we'd try it again. And we'd love for you to come along.

What is Rail, River Hudson?

On Saturday, July 11 AOA will lead a group of people to Hudson via Amtrak and back home on a sunset cruise on the Dutch Apple. In between there will be plenty of time to explore this fun and historic city, plus tastings and dinner.

Tickets are on sale now. (Last year's trip sold out.)

There are more details after the jump, but these photos from last year's trip will give you a good sense of what to expect.

What

A day trip to Hudson via Amtrak® with a return sunset boat ride to Albany on The Dutch Apple Cruise Line.

When

Saturday, July 11, 2015. We'll meet at 10:30 am.

Itinerary and details

+ We'll meet in downtown Albany on Broadway at the footbridge to the Corning Preserve/Jennings Landing at 10:30 am and take a shuttle to the Albany-Rensselaer Rail Station, and then catch an Amtrak® train to Hudson. (There's a large parking garage near the footbridge where you can stash your car for the day.)

+ We arrive in Hudson, and you'll have time to shop, browse, take in the architecture, and have lunch.

+ You'll get a Hudson Passport filled with discounts at shops and restaurants throughout downtown Hudson. The passport will be good from July 11 through August 11, so if there's someplace you want to check out later, you'll have a whole month to claim your discounts.

+ Later in the afternoon we'll gather at Helsinki Hudson for hors d'oeuvres and a tasting of locally-produced drinks.

+ We'll then head to the Hudson riverfront for a sunset cruise home to Albany on The Dutch Apple, including a light dinner.

+ We'll arrive back in Albany at the Corning Preserve around 10:30 pm. It's a short walk across the pedestrian bridge to the parking garage.

+ More swag and surprises TBA.

Tickets

Tickets for this full day of fun, food and travel: $65 per person. They are on sale now via this link.

Tickets include the train ride to Hudson, the boat ride back, a light dinner on the boat, the Hudson passport discount card, and the Helsinki event.

Past AOA tours have been very popular and last year's Rail, River, Hudson trip sold out, so you may want to grab your tickets soon.

Important to know

+ This is a rain or shine event. And tickets cannot be refunded.

+ Wear your walking shoes. Downtown Hudson is less than a mile from the train station, but you'll be getting there on foot and some of the walk is uphill. We'll also be walking back to the riverfront to catch the boat.

+ The return cruise is about 3 hours long, depending on the tide. That part of the Hudson River valley is beautiful.

+ The parking garage in Albany near the shuttle pick-up spot/boat landing is the Albany Park Authority's Riverfront Garage. Parking in the garage is $5 for the day. (Not included in the ticket.)

Sponsors

This event is possible thanks to the following sponsors:

+ Dutch Apple Cruise lines

+ Amtrak®

+Capital District Physicians Health Plan

+ CDTA: The Capital District Transportation Authority.

+ Hudson Development Corporation

+ Columbia County Tourism

+ Hudson River Greenway

+ Albany County Convention and Visitors Bureau

+ Downtown Troy Business Improvement District

+ Columbia County Chamber of Commerce

+ Hudson River Exchange

+ Nine Pin Cider Works

+ The Lofts at Harmony Mills

+ The Honest Weight Food Co-op

+ Helsinki Hudson

+ The Downtown Albany Business Improvement Distric

Hudson River Cafe Coffee House In Albany 227 Quail Street

http://www.strosechronicle.com/news/hudson-river-coffee-house-grand-opening-1.1827744

Hudson River Coffee House grand opening

Onelia Llano

Friday night marks the grand opening of the Hudson River Café Coffee House at 227 Quail St. with an electronic dubs show to jump start the new venture. The 1,700-square-foot shop is the brainchild of Anton Pasquill, a graduate of the state University at Albany. Pasquill has garnered support from his mother and grandmother to get the shop up and running. The show Friday features Heady Productions -  including  Brother Suarez, Just the Sauce, DJ Far East, and Mr. Kissner.

"We don't throw your typical parties, we're riding the wave of resurgence of electronic music and I will play any space I can find," said Matthew Davidowicz. Invitations for the event have been circulated via Facebook and word-of-mouth and Pasquill anticipates about 100 patrons Friday. "People should get here early on Friday, I'm expecting it to get full very quickly," he said.

Not only is the Café a music venue but it also has a tranquil atmosphere, a full espresso bar, as well as pastries, a full sandwich menu, and free wireless internet. The espresso bar offers lattes, chai lattes and regular coffee.

Hudson River Café gets its coffee from Capital City Roasters in the Hudson Valley, and each cup is made with freshly ground coffee beans. A cup of coffee runs from $1.75 to $4. In addition, the cafe also serves a full breakfast sandwich menu and a "Hudson Hogie" menu for lunch and dinner.

The cover charge for the 10 p.m. show Friday night is $5. The Café will host a show on Saturday night, Dec. 11, when local band "Tarot" performs at 9:30 p.m.

New owner Pasquill has an economics degree and has worked for a number of years at local coffee houses and restaurants including both at the Muddy Cup and Subway. The moment he graduated he wanted to open something unique and exciting. His father suggested he look at spots on Quail Street and from there the Hudson River Café was born.

Inside the old Hudson River Telephone Company building is a new interesting design with inviting lounge tables and couches, as well as old school arcade games.

Hudson River Café is currently working on an "open mic" night schedule and will also host a regular venue – "starving artists Thursdays." Performers will have an hour or so to play a set of their music in exchange for food and drink, compliments of the café.

It is really a local artists' playground. According to  Pasquill, his main goal is to "ramp up" the café as a musical venue.  The cafe operator hopes to develop the spot into a showcase for local artists as well. Every Friday of the month Hudson River will feature their work. The Café is big enough for two artists to display  work at the same time.

"This is what Albany is missing, come visit us," said Pasquill.

BikeToberfest October 3rd 2010

http://www.worldtreeevents.com/Upcoming_Events.html

October 3, 2010 - Biketoberfest/NJSPCA Poker Run - $15 for all coming!! 
Welcome to Biketoberfest!!!
Music, Poker Run, Contests, Prizes and Fun while supporting a great organization. 
Please help us raise money for the NJSPCA by joining us for a day of awesome music and fun!
***New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty*** 

... Date: October 3rd
Time: Doors will open at Hidden Valley at 12:30pm
Admission: $15 at the door, in advance or if you're on one of the runs! 
$15 for everyone!!! 

Online Ticketing Link - 
http://www.ticketriver.com/event/470-biketoberfest---poker-run-to-benefit-njs...ca/

There are 4 different poker runs all leading to an all day concert at Hidden Valley Resort in Vernon NJ which will be the last stop on all of the runs. For people participating in the runs at your first stop is where you will pay for the days events. 

For those who will be purchasing tickets online please bring actual ticket (not receipt for ticket, they will not be honored) to the first stop of the run you will be on. If you are not participating in the run bring ticket to the gate at Hidden Valley the day of the event. 


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ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
Doors will open at Hidden Valley at 12:30pm!
1:00 - 1:40 Band - Big Tough Boy Scouts
2:00 - 2:40 Band - Something Else
3:00 - 3:40 Band - Bucket of Sunshine
3:40 - 4:00 Acoustic - Jeff and George
4:00 - 4:40 Band - TBA
4:40 - 5:00 Acoustic - Jeff and George
5:00 - 5:40 Band -Soylent Blue
5:40 - 6:00 Oldest Bike Contest
6:00 - 6:40 Band - Alec and the Alecats
6:40 - 7:00 Poker Run Winners Announced
7:00 - 7:40 Band - The Wolves
7:40 - 8:00 Nicest Bike Contest
8:00 - 8:40 Band - The Tombstone Brawlers
8:40 - 9:30 John Sheehan Unplugged on the deck
9:00 - 11:00 Indoor Show - House Band/Open Jam- Mike Lawlor, Mike VanTine, Tim Roberts.

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POKER RUN SCHEDULES/ROUTES

Poker Run #1 Schedule/Route:  Mapquest Link: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/1-sxRTXfHY2r3L_YBW
10:00am - 11:30 - 1st Stop/Registration 
Attilio's Tavern 80 E. Mcfarlan St Dover NJ

2nd Stop
Billy's Red Room 60 Parsippany Rd. Whippany NJ

3rd Stop
Boonton Ave. Grille 108 Boonton Ave. Boonton NJ

4th Stop
Stumble Inn 231 Hamburg Tpk. Bloomingdale NJ

5th Stop
Hidden Valley Resort 44 Breakneck Rd. Vernon NJ
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Poker Run #2 Schedule/Route:  Mapquest Link: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/5-tH5z
10:00am - 11:30 - 1st Stop/Registration 
Sunsets Pub and Grill 425 Beaver Brook Rd. Lincoln Park NJ

2nd Stop
Roar of the Crowd 72 Haskell Ave. Haskell NJ

3rd Stop
Big John's Pub 49 Old Rt 23 Newfoundland NJ

4th Stop
Hooter's 428 Rt 23 Franklin NJ

5th Stop
Hidden Valley Resort 44 Breakneck Rd. Vernon NJ 
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Poker Run #3 Schedule/Route: Maprquest Link: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/7-bGs4qfDx
10:00am - 11:30 - 1st Stop/Registration 
Side Street Tavern 124 Dingmans Ct. Dingmans Ferry PA

2nd Stop
Gyp's Tavern 25 US Hwy 206 South Sandyston NJ

3rd Stop
O'Reilly's Pub and Grille 271 Spring St Newton NJ

4th Stop
Airport Pub 65 County Road 639

5th Stop
Hidden Valley Resort 44 Breakneck Rd. Vernon NJ 
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Poker Run#4 Schedule/Route: Mapquest Link: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/10-EXoFT3uMOlWe
10:00am - 11:30 - 1st Stop/Registration
Orange County Choppers 14 Crossroads Ct Newburgh NY

2nd Stop
Hook n Ladder 5 E Main St. Washingtonville NY

3rd Stop
Delancey's 104-106 Clowes Ave Goshen NY

4th Stop
Vernon Inn 340 Rt 94 Vernon NJ

5th Stop
Hidden Valley Resort 44 Breakneck Rd. Vernon NJ

60,000 Cubic Yards Of Material To Be Dredged From Albany Turning Basin On-Hudson With Help From The Stimulus Package

http://www.empirestatenews.net/News/20100906-2.html

Army Corps awards contract for dredging to improve access to the Port of Albany

NEW YORK – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, has awarded a $3.3 million contract to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company of Oak Brook, Ill., to perform maintenance dredging of the Hudson River Federal Navigation Channel to improve access for ships going in and out of the Port of Albany.

Approximately 60,000 cubic yards of material will be removed from the Albany Turning Basin and placed upland at the federally owned Houghtaling Island Placement Site.

Work required to prepare the placement site to accept the dredged material is expected to begin in mid- September. A mechanical dredge is anticipated to be on site in early October to begin actual in-water dredging activities.

The $3.3 million includes $575,000 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, better known as the President’s “Stimulus” package. The stimulus money is specifically designated for work at the Houghtaling Island Placement Site to increase its capacity.

The Port of Albany is located approximately 125 miles north of the New York and New Jersey Harbor up the Hudson River and can accommodate ships with up to a 32’ draft.

Palace Theatre Albany Star Studded September 2010

http://www.palacealbany.com/

9/7/2010 Jackson Browne with David Lindley Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne will take to the road with his band and longtime friend and musical co-conspirator David Lindley. Browne's Tour will make a stop at Albany's Palace Theatre on September 7, 2010!

9/15/2010 An Evening with Diana Ross "More Today Than Yesterday" THE GREATEST HITS TOUR Diana Ross is an American Icon. During the 1960s, she helped shape the Motown Sound as lead singer of The Supremes, before leaving the group for a solo career. Since the beginning of her career with The Supremes and as a solo artist, Ross has released 67 albums and sold more than 100 million records.

9/17/2010 Tracy Morgan LIVE! Tracy Morgan is perhaps best known for his years on Saturday Night Live and for his role as the eccentric TV star Tracy Jordan in Tina Fey's hit television series 30 Rock, a role he was born to play. A stand-up comedian since the early 1990s, Morgan got his break into television as "Hustleman" on the hit Martin Lawrence series, Martin which led to a gig as a regular cast member of SNL, and from 1996 to 2003 Morgan earned a following with characters such as Brian Fellow (Brian Fellow's Safari Planet) and Astronaut Jones, as well as his celebrity impersonations, including Star Jones and Maya Angelou.

9/20/2010 Viva Las Vegas Part of the SEFCU Classic Movie Series 1964, 85 minutes, not rated Starring Elvis Presley, Ann-Margret, Cesare Danova, William Demarest, and Jack Carter. Elvis and Ann-Margaret are perfectly teamed in this classic Presley movie, with Elvis as a racecar driver.  Soundtrack includes "The Lady Loves Me," "What'd I Say?," "I Need Somebody To Lean On," "Come On, Everybody" and the classic "Viva Las Vegas!"

9/23/2010 Platanos Y Collard Greens For six years running, Platanos & Collard Greens has had audiences falling out of their seats laughing and standing up and cheering at this hilarious romantic tale. The story of two lovers from different cultures, Platanos is a thought provoking romantic comedy that addresses stereotypes, prejudices and urban myths within the context of hip-hop, humor and satire. Platanos will remind you of your family, your loves and your life and is gauranteed to make you laugh and inspire you!

9/24/2010 Brian Regan Live In Concert Critics and peers agree: Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country.  The perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality, Brian fills theaters nationwide with fervent fans that span generations. Releasing two critically acclaimed hour Comedy Central specials and DVD's in as many years - 2008's "The Epitome of Hyperbole," and 2007's "Brian Regan Standing Up" - Brian has set a standard of excellence that others continually try to follow. Brian's non-stop theater tour has visited more than 80 cities each year since 2005 and continues through 2010.  It is the quality of his material, relatable to a wide audience and revered by his peers, which continues to grow Brian's fan base.

9/25/2010 Dark Star Orchestra CONTINUING THE GRATEFUL DEAD CONCERT EXPERIENCE! Using entire shows from the Grateful Dead's 30 years of extensive touring as a launching pad, Dark Star Orchestra recreates the original song for song performance set list for an entirely new generation of, as well as old school, Deadheads. Dark Star Orchestra presents its critically acclaimed live show at esteemed venues from coast to coast and internationally.

Albany New York Area Events August 2010

http://albany.org/Events.aspx

Events for August  2010

5/26/2010-to-9/30/2010  A&E/Cuisine: The New York Players (Select Dates) (Dale Miller)

Invites You to Enjoy the Summer on the Largest Outdoor Terrance i...

8/13/2010-to-8/21/2010  A&E/Family: The Frog Prince (Mac-Haydn) (8/13, 8/14, 8/20, 8/21)

Only a Princess�s kiss can break the wicked spell ...

7/6/2010-to-8/15/2010  A&E: Annie Get Your Gun (Park Playhouse)

Annie Get Your Gun scored a bulls eye when it returned to Broadw...

2/7/2008-to-12/31/2010  A&E: Every Thursday - Music Jam (NYS Museum)

Take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they pla...

6/3/2010-to-8/26/2010  A&E: Free Outdoor Jazz Concerts (Every Thursday, June, July, and August)

...

8/5/2010-to-8/15/2010  A&E: Mame (Mac-Haydn)

August 5-8, 11-15 "Life is a banquet" in this charming, de...

8/4/2010-to-8/21/2010  A&E: Philadelphia Orchestra (SPAC)

Opening night w/Yo-Yo Ma...

8/13/2010  A&E: Skip Parsons� Riverboat Jazz Band plays New Orleans and Chicago style early jazz (Fountain Restaurant)

Skip Parsons� Riverboat Jazz Band plays New Orleans and Chicago s...

5/21/2010-to-8/27/2010  A&E: SPAC SUMMER 2010

...

7/30/2010-to-8/15/2010  A&E: The Wiz (Park Playhouse)

July 30-August 15 Dorothy�s adventures in the Land of Oz have...

5/28/2010-to-10/18/2010  Adirondack Museum 2010 Calendar of Events

...

8/13/2010-to-8/15/2010  Antiques Show and Sale

Our 2010 calendar of primary events is as follows: July 24 - Spec...

8/13/2010  CanalSplash: River of Stars

The journey begins in the Henry Hudson Planetarium at the Albany ...

7/5/2010-to-8/30/2010  Exhibit: Collection Storage Tours at Adirondack Museum - Mondays

Discover more than 7,000 historic artifacts not currently on exhi...

1/16/2010-to-12/31/2016  Family Fun Weekend (NYS Museum)

Come to the Museum for fun activities and educational programs es...

6/29/2010-to-9/2/2010  Family: AIHA Summer Programs

...

10/20/2009-to-12/31/2010  Family: Children�s Museum of Science & Technology Events at CMOST

Please visit CMOST website for events, dates, times http://www.cm...

4/14/2010-to-10/31/2010  Family: Duck Season (Aqua Ducks Tours)

Duck Season�s Here! We begin our 7th season of great water and ...

4/30/2010-to-9/24/2010  Family: Erie Canal is Open

Get Ready for Summer Events! Canal to open on Saturday, May 1 ...

5/8/2010-to-10/8/2010  Family: Erie Canalway Local Events (select dates)

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Commission has award...

3/31/2009-to-12/31/2010  Family: FETCH! Lab Hours at the Schenectady Museum

FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman�, the popular PBS television show, is at...

4/30/2009-to-12/31/2010  Family: GOTO Star Machine at the Schenectady Museum and Suits-Bueche Planetarium

Please call 518-382-7890 or visit www.SchenectadyMuseum.org for c...

8/10/2010-to-9/6/2010  Family: Great Giveaway Days and Special Trips for �Ducklings� Coming Up

The Albany Aqua Ducks have five special Giveaway Days coming up, ...

4/10/2010-to-11/6/2010  Family: Iroquois Indian Museum 2010 Calendar of Events

$3.00 admission on the 30th of every month to commemorate our 30t...

7/27/2010-to-10/26/2010  Family: Monthly Hidden History Revealed Tours - Tuesdays

Wustefeld Candy Co. 169 River St. from (July 27); Herman Melvill...

1/1/2010-to-12/31/2010  Family: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium

Suits-Bueche Planetarium Shows Planetarium shows with the GOTO S...

7/7/2010-to-8/25/2010  Family: SUMMER IN THE CITY (AIHA)

Experience the art of Albany. Instructors will lead neighborhood ...

7/7/2010-to-8/25/2010  Family: THE �TUTE FOR TOTS (AIHA)

an inspiring setting gives preschool children and their adult com...

7/8/2010-to-8/26/2010  Family: THURSDAY ART WORKSHOPS (AIHA)

Emphasizing fine art techniques, materials and vocabulary, childr...

4/28/2010-to-10/31/2010  Family: USS SLATER Open for Public Tours

Typically, the ship is open to the public in Albany near the begi...

8/10/2010-to-8/15/2010  Sports: 7th Annual Great Hudson Valley Pedal Bike Tour 2010

The Great Hudson Valley Pedal is a six-day, 200-mile bicycle tour...

8/1/2010-to-8/30/2010  Sports: New York Giants Football Training Camp at UAlbany (8/1-8/20)

For the 15th consecutive year, the New York Giants hold their tra...

7/23/2010-to-9/6/2010  Sports: Saratoga Race Track

Visit http://www.saratogaracetrack.com/schedule/ for 2010 track s...

5/25/2010-to-9/12/2010  Summer at the NYS Museum!

Exhibits, Tours, Lectures, Workshops, Childrens´ and Family ...

The Linda Performing Arts Studio Upcoming Events August 2010

http://www.wamcarts.org/

August
8/11 - Dancing on the Air Recorded live at Jay & Molly's Ashokan Fiddle & Dance Camps 
8/18 - Willie Nile WAMC rebroadcast of Live at the Linda event, recorded 1/23/10 
8/19 - Food for Thought: "Philospher Kings"

The Linda - WAMC's Performing Arts Studio on Facebook

8/20 - Urban Guerilla Theatre
8/25 - The Wiyos WAMC rebroadcast of Live at the Linda event, recorded 1/16/10 
8/26 - CRUMBS Nite Out 
8/27 - Late Night: "Rocky Horror Picture Show" w/The Double Feature Creatures 

There is certainly something special about playing at the WAMC Performing Arts Studio. I didn't know what to expect the first time I played there, but after a terrific experience, I knew I would go back again and again. The staff is great, the sound spectacular and the audiences are warm and responsive. It's all you could want from ANY venue and nestled right in the heart of Albany. Who knew?
	John Pizzarelli - 8/25/05

September
9/08 - Dancing on the Air
9/11 - Asbury Shorts New York: 30th Anniversary "An Evening of the World's Best Short Films" 
9/16 - Food for Thought: "Queen of the Sun: What are the bees telling us?"
9/17 - Urban Guerilla Theatre
9/18 - National Ballroom Dance Week Kickoff
9/19 - WAMC Benefit Concert: Bucky and John Pizzarelli 
9/23 - Film/Discussion: "The Shadow Effect" 
9/24 - Flame 

Ticket Policy: 
All tickets are for GENERAL ADMISSION seating - no reserved seating. The Linda - WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio does not exchange or refund tickets purchased for events at the Linda unless WAMC cancels the show. In that case we will contact you with options. If you have any questions about this policy, please feel free to contact Howard Glassman at 465-5233 ext 145. Thank you. 

The Linda is handicapped accessible.

Parking at The Linda: 
Your event ticket does not include parking. Click here for parking information. 

The Linda - WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio 
339 Central Avenue, Albany 

Click here for more information on events ... or call 518-465-5233 Ext. 4